In SummaryLast issue we saw Bubblegum admit her own mistakes while Marceline owned up to her fears, but this issue doesn't see quite so much in character growth. It's great to see Princes Bubblegum take charge of the meandering band, but her control of the situation isn't too surprising to fans of the cartoon. Marceline, meanwhile, seems to have taken a step back, showing even more weakness than she displayed in the first issue. While that seems to clash with what fans already know of her character, this is also Gran's way of peeling back some layers so we can see more of an insecure girl than a vampire queen — definitely better fodder for a strong character arc. Despite some of my reservations, Gran's storytelling is strong, with just enough humor to make you chuckle without ever feeling forced, and after what she's added to some of the characters in this installment I'm excited to see where she takes them. Read Full Review
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